Principal Scientist Jobs in Chelmsford, MA

A Principal Scientist in the chemistry industry is responsible for conducting complex research, developing new procedures, and overseeing a team of scientists to ensure all projects are completed to a high standard. They typically perform experimental tests and analyses, interpreting and presenting results, and preparing research reports and scientific papers. Their work is instrumental in contributing to the development of new products, technologies, or intellectual property. They often work closely with other departments such as Regulatory Affairs, Quality Control, and Manufacturing to ensure all scientific operations meet the necessary standards and regulations.

Important skills for a Principal Scientist include leadership, excellent written and oral communication abilities, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work well in teams. They should have a thorough understanding of various scientific techniques and principles, and be adept at problem-solving. The minimum requirement for this position is typically a PhD in Chemistry or a related field, with substantial experience in the industry. Certifications that can add value include Certified Professional Chemist (CPC) or Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP). A person might work as a Research Scientist, Senior Scientist, or Project Leader before moving into the role of a Principal Scientist.

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Principal Scientist, Peptide Computational Chemistry

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Chelmsford, MA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Chelmsford, MA)
  • 18 hours ago

We are seeking a creative, self-motivated computational chemist with exceptional interpersonal and problem-solving skills to join our Modeling and Informatics (M&I) team. As part of the Discovery...

Principal Scientist Engineering

  • Cambridge, MA (18 miles from Chelmsford, MA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Cambridge, MA (18 miles from Chelmsford, MA)
  • 19 hours ago

Job Title: Principal Scientist Engineering Location : Cambridge, MA Abou the Job Are you ready to shape the future of medicine?...

Associate Principal Scientist, Bioinformatics, Immuno-Oncology Analytics

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Chelmsford, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Chelmsford, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description The Translational Genome Analytics group within the Data, AI & Genome Sciences Department is recruiting an Associate Principal Scientist to join our data science team....

Associate Principal Scientist (Associate Director) - Real-world Data Analytics and Innovation

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Chelmsford, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Chelmsford, MA)
  • 4 days ago

You are a highly skilled and experienced health/healthcare data scientist with a strong background in Real-world Data (RWD) analytics used to implement health economic and outcomes research...

Principal Scientist, Drug Product Development

  • Somerville, MA (19 miles from Chelmsford, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Somerville, MA (19 miles from Chelmsford, MA)
  • 4 days ago

About Generate:Biomedicines Generate:Biomedicines is a new kind of therapeutics company - existing at the intersection of machine learning, biological engineering, and medicine - pioneering...

Senior Principal Scientist / Associate Director Lipidomics & Metabolomics

  • Cambridge, MA (18 miles from Chelmsford, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (18 miles from Chelmsford, MA)
  • 5 days ago

As a Senior Principal Scientist/Associate Director, you will lead a matrix team of specialists in Cambridge, playing a pivotal role in advancing our cutting-edge technologies and shaping our global...

Director of Chemistry 2070567

  • Cambridge, MA (18 miles from Chelmsford, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (18 miles from Chelmsford, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Location: Cambridge, MA (Onsite) Job Overview: Our client is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Chemistry to be a leader in our chemistry function, driving the design, synthesis, and...

Senior Principal Scientist - Large Scale Biology Leader

  • Cambridge, MA (18 miles from Chelmsford, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (18 miles from Chelmsford, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Job Description Internal Job Title : Senior Principal Scientist Location: Cambridge, MA, onsite Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Principal Scientist to lead our Large...

Associate Principal Scientist, PharmaR&D

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Chelmsford, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Chelmsford, MA)
  • 7 days ago

The Associate Principal Scientist, PharmaR&D will design, propose and execute research projects for Tempus's top biopharmaceutical partners....

Associate Principal Scientist (Assoc Diirector) - Real-world Data Analytics and Innovation

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Chelmsford, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Chelmsford, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Job Description Job Summary You are a highly skilled and experienced health/healthcare data scientist with a strong background in Real-world Data (RWD) analytics used to implement health economic...

Principal Scientist, Cardiometabolic Diseases, Inflammation, and Obesity - Translational Biology

  • Lexington, MA (11 miles from Chelmsford, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lexington, MA (11 miles from Chelmsford, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Valo is looking for a Principal Scientist to play a pivotal role in executing the wet lab translational biology plans for targets that have been identified using Valo's human-centric Opal computational...

Research Laboratory Manager, Part Time, Hybrid

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Chelmsford, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Chelmsford, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Research Laboratory Manager, Part Time, Hybrid Research Laboratory Manager, Part Time, Hybrid remote type Hybrid locations Boston-MA time type Part time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition...

Associate Principal Scientist, Immunology Cell Therapy Discovery

  • Waltham, MA (13 miles from Chelmsford, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Waltham, MA (13 miles from Chelmsford, MA)
  • 8 days ago

We are seeking an Associate Principal Scientist to join our Immunology Cell Therapy Discovery team....

Senior Principal Scientist I, Lab Head Medicinal Chemistry

  • Cambridge, MA (18 miles from Chelmsford, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (18 miles from Chelmsford, MA)
  • 8 days ago

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced medicinal chemist to join our Cambridge, MA-based team as a Senior Principal Scientist....

Senior Scientist/Principal Scientist, Biotherapeutic Engineering

  • Waltham, MA (13 miles from Chelmsford, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Waltham, MA (13 miles from Chelmsford, MA)
  • 8 days ago

expertise and molecular biology methods....

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Salary for Principal Scientist Jobs in Chelmsford, MA

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Highest Education Level

Principal Scientists in Chelmsford, MA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
48.0%
Bachelor's Degree
28.1%
Master's Degree
22.3%
Associate's Degree
0.7%
High School or GED
0.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
0.3%
Some College
0.1%
Some High School
0.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Principal Scientists in Chelmsford, MA
None
32.8%
Less than 1 year
18.1%
1-2 years
16.9%
4-6 years
11.4%
6-8 years
7.8%
2-4 years
7.0%
10+ years
6.0%

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